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My Effortless Brilliance

March 9, 2008 1h 19m 5.0/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2008. My Effortless Brilliance is a drama film. directed by Lynn Shelton. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Sean Nelson, Basil Harris, and Calvin Lee Reeder

Synopsis

Lynn Shelton's "My Effortless Brilliance" is a study in the relationship between cocky, fussy, thoroughly-city-mouse author Eric (Sean Nelson) and his ex-best-friend, the tersely powerful journalist and wood-chopper Dylan (Basil Harris). Dylan, fed up with Eric's self-involved antics, dumps him and disappears to live in a log cabin in the woods of Eastern Washington; two years later, Eric arrives (sporting a Prius, white sneakers, and a fear of spiders) to mend the friendship.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 9, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 1h 19m 79 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • IFC FIlms
  • Seashel Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Effortless Brilliance about?

Lynn Shelton's "My Effortless Brilliance" is a study in the relationship between cocky, fussy, thoroughly-city-mouse author Eric (Sean Nelson) and his ex-best-friend, the tersely powerful journalis...

Who directed My Effortless Brilliance?

My Effortless Brilliance was directed by Lynn Shelton.

How long is My Effortless Brilliance?

My Effortless Brilliance has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).

When was My Effortless Brilliance released?

My Effortless Brilliance was released on March 9, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in My Effortless Brilliance?

The main cast of My Effortless Brilliance includes Sean Nelson, Basil Harris, Calvin Lee Reeder, Jeanette Maus.